Youthpreneur
A dynamic, hands-on curriculum designed to spark creativity, build self-confidence, and introduce young people to entrepreneurship.
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Program Overview
Over the course of 6 weeks, students engage in twice-weekly sessions, with each meeting designed to help them unlock their potential and develop crucial transferable skills that will benefit them in all areas of life.
Program Objectives
Foster an Entrepreneurial Mindset
Cultivate creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and resilience in young people.
Build Financial Literacy
Teach basic financial concepts and personal budgeting.
Career Exploration
Expose students to a variety of career paths and entrepreneurial opportunities.
Develop Leadership & Soft Skills
Help students improve their communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
Hands-on Learning
Allow students to apply entrepreneurial skills through real-life business planning and pitching.
The Youthpreneur Program is designed to be interactive and accessible, using group discussions, creative activities, and personal reflection exercises to ensure that all students, regardless of their background, feel empowered and capable of succeeding.
Youthpreneur News
Youthpreneur Summit 2026: Idea to Impact Recap
On April 25th, we held the 8th Annual Youthpreneur Summit at York College — a full day of speaker panels, breakout sessions, financial literacy, networking, and a live pitch competition with up to $10,000 in cash prizes.
Youthpreneur Summit 2026: From Idea to Impact
Career day meets pitch competition meets community. On Saturday, April 25, we're bringing young founders, industry experts, and the village that raised them together at York College — with up to $10,000 in pitch prizes on the line.
Highlights from the 2024 Youthpreneur Summit – Featured on NY1
At York College in Jamaica, Queens, we saw that change in action as nearly 100 high school students gathered for the Youthpreneur Summit 2024.
Featured on NY1
Watch our Youthpreneur Summit coverage on NY1